Health

New lease of life for 14 children

Fourteen children have received life-saving heart surgeries at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital.

April 20, 2024 12:23 pm
 

Health

Central Board of Health targets hygiene violations

The Central Board of Health is cracking down on food businesses across the country in response to a surge in reports and complaints regarding hygiene practices and food safety.

April 18, 2024 10:34 am
 

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Health Minister advocates for collaborative strategy

Addressing the sharp rise in HIV cases in Fiji in recent years is indeed an uphill battle that will require collective effort.

April 18, 2024 10:12 am
 

Health

Tabuya pushes for women’s health autonomy

Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection Lynda Tabuya highlights that a significant proportion of Fijian women lack the autonomy to make their own health care decisions.

April 17, 2024 4:22 pm
 

Health

Diabetes cases surge, necessitating action

Fiji has the biggest health burdens from diabetes in the world and it continues to rise, despite the country’s small population which should be a concern for everyone.

April 16, 2024 4:30 pm
 

Health

Blood donations play a vital role: Naulivou

The Fiji National Blood Service recently held a series of blood drives in Suva to boost the blood supply, particularly to support the Paediatrics Cardiac Suva program.

April 15, 2024 10:02 am
 

Health

Ministry committed to enhancing work environment

The Ministry of Health is committed to enhancing the work environment for medical professionals, despite facing an exodus of staff to more lucrative offers overseas.

April 11, 2024 5:55 am
 

Health

Spike in HIV/AIDS a grave concern says PM

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has expressed grave concern over the increasing cases and spread of HIV and AIDS in the country.

April 10, 2024 9:56 am
 

Health

UNICEF urges healthier food options in schools

A growing concern for childhood obesity has prompted a shift in focus towards improving the nutritional value of food sold in school canteens.

April 9, 2024 6:55 am
 

Health

Minister highlights issues affecting health sector

Health Minister, Dr. Atonio Lalabalavu spoke about a number of challenges facing Fiji’s health sector during a meeting with the Heads of Department and World Health Organization Regional Director in the Western Pacific, Dr. Saia Ma’u Piukala.

April 8, 2024 3:15 pm
 

Health

Social welfare recipients to be seen under the PPP

Fijians under the social welfare schemes, free medicine scheme, and kidney dialysis scheme will be seen under the Public Private Partnership.

April 6, 2024 12:17 pm
 

Health

Spike in leptospirosis cases

There is an outbreak of leptospirosis cases on the island of Kadavu and throughout the country.

April 5, 2024 7:52 am

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